2005 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | MDX | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |